I think this is a link to one of the discussions during Big Bill's tour of duty ...

http://www.news.com/8301-10784_3-9892046-7.html?tag=tb

I'm not saying if he is right or wrong, but I am suggesting that simply using the normal nationalistic rhetoric may not, in the long term, solve the problem that seems to be looming on your (and our) horizon.

The American worker gives the most value for the work anywhere in the world.

If this is as good as your argument gets, well, rest easy then. Clearly there is no problem whatsoever!!

Speaking from the heart is great, but I'd suggest a strategy from the brain is what is required.

IMHO of course.